Bidspirit auction | Charles Heinz (1884 - 1953)

Charles Heinz (1884 - 1953) American - Charles Heinz (1884 - 1953) Oil on Canvas , Signed , measures 14” x 11” , w/frame 17” x 13.5” Charles Lloyd Heinz (1884-1953) was a prominent artist from Shelbyville, Illinois, who left school after the eighth grade and later studied under Robert Root. Although Heinz never reached the local prominence of Root, his works are still found in area homes and are still collected nationwide. An article about Heinz dated January 5, 1936, appeared in the Shelbyville Union written by ”A Special Correspondent to the Illinois Magazine.” ”Shelbyville Artist Wins Recognition After 30 Years Hard Work.” Shelbyville has awakened to find one of its sons famous. Charles L. Heinz, ex-farmer, ex-engraver, ex-sign painter and, for the moment, ex-resident of Shelbyville, has been revealed to the ”folks” among whom he grew up as a noted artist, a man whose work is regarded as being of a definite ”school.” ”Charles Heinz? Sure - Louie Heinz's boy. He was born and raised out here - used to go to Cusaac School. Condition: The absence of a condition report does not imply an object is free of defects. All items may have normal signs of age and wear commensurate with their age; these issues will likely not be mentioned in the condition report. Please contact the auction house before the auction with any condition questions. Questions about condition will not be answered after purchase. Condition reports are provided as a courtesy, and we are not responsible for any errors or omissions. Important note on frames: Frames are not guaranteed to be in the same condition as they are in the item photograph. Due to handling and shipping, many frames, especially antique ones, are prone to losses. If you have questions about the condition of a frame, please contact us prior to the auction.